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Escrow Officer Administrator

Houston, TX 77079

Posted: 02/11/2026 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Financial Job Number: 133216

Job Description

Escrow Officer Administrator
? Location: Galleria Area – Houston, TX
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly seasoned Escrow Officer Administrator to serve as a senior operational leader within a fast-paced title environment. This role acts as the primary resource for escrow officers, providing expert guidance on underwriting, complex transactions, compliance, audits, and system-related issues.

The ideal candidate brings 15+ years of escrow experience, extensive underwriting knowledge, advanced SoftPro proficiency, and the confidence to serve as the go-to authority for escrow operations.

Key ResponsibilitiesEscrow Leadership & Support

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for escrow officers regarding complex files and procedural questions

  • Provide expert guidance on underwriting requirements and risk mitigation

  • Review and troubleshoot high-liability, exception, and non-routine transactions

  • Ensure all escrow files meet company, underwriter, and regulatory standards
Underwriting & Compliance

  • Interpret and apply underwriting guidelines for residential and commercial transactions

  • Approve, structure, or escalate underwriting decisions appropriately

  • Conduct detailed internal audits for compliance and quality assurance

  • Identify risk exposure and implement corrective action plans

  • Maintain strong knowledge of Texas title regulations and best practices
Training & Operational Development

  • Train and mentor escrow officers and support staff

  • Develop and refine internal procedures and workflow standards

  • Lead compliance and operational training initiatives

  • Promote consistency, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Systems & Technical Expertise

  • Serve as the in-house SoftPro subject matter expert

  • Troubleshoot system errors, workflow challenges, and reporting issues

  • Assist with system updates, user permissions, and process improvements

  • Support leadership with reporting and operational insights
Operational Excellence

  • Monitor escrow processes to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines

  • Assist in resolving escalated lender, client, or internal issues

  • Strengthen internal controls and risk management practices

  • Foster a culture of accountability and professionalism

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of escrow experience required

  • Prior experience as a senior Escrow Officer strongly preferred

  • Extensive underwriting expertise with the ability to independently analyze complex transactions

  • Advanced SoftPro proficiency required

  • Proven experience conducting audits and ensuring regulatory compliance

  • Deep understanding of Texas title and escrow regulations

Skills & Competencies

  • Exceptional technical escrow knowledge

  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and training abilities

  • Advanced problem-solving and risk assessment skills

  • High attention to detail and compliance focus

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment
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